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verb

past tense of maximize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of maximized
Adjective
Aristotle, in his influential account, used a term, aretê, expressing the notion of maximized potential. — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 The film’s global distribution strategy, backed by Jio Studios, maximized screen presence across traditional and emerging markets, capitalizing on peak demand windows. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026 House of Leon’s take on a classic chaise lounger is rooted in a solid teak frame and triple the cushion support for maximized comfort. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 On this site, San Diego Educators Association President Kyle Weinberg also stated preferences for maximized number of units, as well as multi-bedroom apartments for families to address declining enrollment. — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
Considering how the Heat have maximized heart and hustle, mixing in significant development, keeping Pelle from free agency appears prudent. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026 For Karma, that means examining how efficiently a floor plan uses space, whether natural light is maximized, whether amenities support real routines and whether a development remains connected to the wider community as an area grows. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 Productivity began to be measured not only in profits maximized, but also in meetings shortened, messages answered, and bottlenecks removed. — Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026 By keeping vents free of obstructions and furniture, airflow is maximized, which increases a home’s cooling. — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026 This is the optimal range for leaders, where vigilance, working memory, and cognitive flexibility are maximized. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 As for training camp, Reid and linebacker Nick Bolton said the Chiefs maximized their 22 practices over 28 days at Missouri Western State University, the team’s early practice home since 2010. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 Friedman maximized a seller’s market in previous deadlines, trading Noah Syndergaard (2023), James Paxton (2024) and Dustin May (2025) off the big-league roster in recent trading periods. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 31 July 2026 The Caribbean economies depended on slave labor, trade and supplies from around the world to make sure the sugar flowed freely and tax revenues to European colonial powers were maximized. — R. Grant Gilmore Iii, The Conversation, 30 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized
Adjective
  • Rachel had maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and was located about 300 miles south of Acapulco, the center said.
    — Eugene Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
  • This chunky blanket brings maximum coziness without too much difficulty (or any knitting needles).
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • In March, officials said the number of national security cases involving activity by hostile states including Iran increased 50% in the six months to December 2025.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Still, the Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency said a high-wind warning, wind advisory and high-surf advisory remained in effect for parts of the island through Sunday evening as Nolo’s maximum sustained winds increased to near 115 mph.
    — Eugene Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Not a maximal one, but if being a true pop singer means singing lead on some of the most magical recordings of the 20th century, Love did that.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Then, of course, there is tokenmaxxing—the trend of maximal AI use to climb a corporate leaderboard or catch the AI wave at all costs.
    — Paul Deraval, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The company, which operates ImmoScout24 in the German and Austrian housing markets, is expected to see strong growth in private subscribers, which account for around 20% of total revenue, boosted by new products such as deposit guarantees.
    — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The group also recently boosted its spending in Senate races in Ohio and Iowa.
    — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • That opened the door for Simmons to dial up a max-protect play-action pass.
    — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2026
  • With Williams and Kayla McBride on regular-max contracts and Napheesa Collier signing for a super-max, Minnesota had to be more judicious with its other signings but didn’t compromise on quality.
    — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • Adding a splash of gin and squeeze of lemon only enhanced the flavour.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The lightweight, summery feel of the collection was further enhanced by crochet pieces, with the technique finding its way also in the brand’s My Pepita shoulder bags.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Because of the drought, woodland deer food is not abundant in most of the state this year, and what exists is in poor condition with low nutritional value.
    — Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Like Bonilla, most of their employees have been at the restaurant for several years.
    — Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Lithium-ion is typically replaced or augmented every seven to ten years, at 8,000 to 10,000 cycles, and an Aqueous Metal Cell installation is designed to run the full life of the project around it.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2026
  • There is also ample storage, augmented by a big walk-in pantry.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2026

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“Maximized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximized. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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